Areas to Visit
A few of our favorite spots.
| Big Kahuna`s Water and Adventure Park is a water park located in Destin, Florida, which opened in 1986. The park is primarily a water park, with over forty water attractions. The park also features several thrill ride attractions and a miniature golf course. |
| Make the most of your beach vacation and experience the best things to do in Destin. See why Wet-N-Wild Water sports is known as a top tourist attraction in Destin, Florida. Save big on Parasailing Trips, Jet Ski Rentals, Crab Island Dolphin Tours, Pontoon Boat Rentals, Banana Boat Rides and more! Take your pick from all the fun things to do while visiting Destin and create some lasting memories with the Emerald Coast’s favorite water sports adventure company. |
| Location: |
Destin, Florida |
| Phone: |
850-243-2628 |
| Miniature Golf Course located in Fort Walton Beach, FL. Fun for adults and kids of all ages! |
| Location: |
Fort Walton Beach, Florida |
| Phone: |
(850) 862-4922 |
| Crab Island is a sandbar located just South of the Marler Bridge in Destin, FL. You may have seen it while crossing into Destin, or from 500ft up on a Destin Parasail tour. Crab Island started to gain in popularity as boaters used the area to moor their boats to catch rays and wade in the sand bar. Now Crab Island in Destin, FL, has erupted into a popular social scene where locals and tourists congregate! |
| Celebrating 15 years as the Emerald Coast’s best outdoor shopping center, Destin Commons boasts 95+ stores and restaurants, including Florida’s first Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen and Southern Living Store. Serving as the area’s favorite gathering place, our award-winning line up of stores and restaurants includes national & locally owned favorites, AMC Movie Theater and Uncle Buck’s Fishbowl & Grill, an underwater themed bowling alley. Enjoy our newly renovated play area, mural art walk & seasonal events for nonstop fun year-round |
| The Destin History & Fishing Museum is a 501 C-3 Non-Profit run by a Board of Directors opening to the public October 1, 2005. The museum is a tourist destination and key historical repository for the Destin area. The exhibits present the history of Destin and journey from a small fishing village to a major tourist attraction. |
| Emerald Bay is a prestigious golf course community centrally located along the shores of the Choctawhatchee Bay between Destin and the Beaches of South Walton. Destin Florida has long been a vacation destination known for superior golf courses, and that tradition is exemplified in the beautiful Emerald Bay Golf Club. The recently renovated Clubhouse features a full-service golf pro shop as well as The Grille which offers a delicious menu, full bar, indoor dining and an outdoor covered porch with fireplace overlooking the 18th green. Emerald Bay Golf Club has a history of providing the perfect Destin Florida golf experience for locals and seasonal guests. Discover Golf at Emerald Bay – You deserve it. |
| Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park has entertained millions since its inception in 1955. In the early 1950`s J.B. "Brandy" Siebenaler, a well-respected marine researcher and graduate of the University of Miami`s Marine Laboratory, had a vision to display marine life in a way that visitors to this area had never seen before. Brandy sold the developers of northwest Florida the idea that Fort Walton Beach needed an aquarium, a tourist attraction and scientific research center.
In early 1954, the Gulfarium was incorporated by fifteen scientists at the University of Miami and fifty local residents. Today, many of the stockholders at the Gulfarium are the same, or their heirs, as they were back then. |
| Come out to HarborWalk Village where restaurants, activities and entertainment will please each and every taste on your next Destin family vacation. With so many things to do in Destin Florida; here you can find waterfront shopping, paddle board and kayak rentals, pontoon and jet ski rentals, parasailing, glass bottom boats, world class fishing, pirate ship excursions, dolphin cruises, concerts and live music, weekly fireworks, weekly Fat Tuesday parades, live entertainment, and an array of restaurants, including Jimmy Buffets Margaritaville and Harry Ts, to satisfy all tastes. Plenty of things to do in Destin Florida, for the whole family!
HarborWalk Village is home to the Destin Fishing Fleet, the largest charter fishing fleet in the country. Here you can experience the Worlds Luckiest Fishing Village aboard a charter boat or stroll along the docks and witness the catch of the day. And where there is great fishing, there are great seafood restaurants, HarborWalk is no exception. Here you willl find an array of cuisine that is fresh, local and delicious, sure to be one of a seafood lovers favorite things to do in Destin Florida! |
| Enjoy a majestic shoreline anchored by 30-foot, snow-white sand dunes where basking in the Florida sun or wading into warm Gulf waters is the order of each and every day.
No need to daydream — Henderson Beach makes this a reality. This protected strip of the Emerald Coast isn’t just for relaxation. Fishing, a nature trail and 60 campsites connected to the beach via boardwalk are among this park’s featured areas. This special place was established for the preservation and protection of the area’s natural features and public enjoyment, the last remaining coastal scrub area in Destin.
The park also provides beautiful campsites, and it’s a great place for events like weddings and family reunions. |
| Silver Sands Premium Outlets® is home to 110 designer and name-brand outlet stores including Coach, Kate Spade New York, Michael Kors, Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store and Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th. Visitor`s can find a variety of shops ranging from women`s apparel and accessories to housewares and sporting goods. Renowned as the premier shopping destination along Northwest Florida`s Emerald Coast, the outlet mall serves the nearby communities of Destin, South Walton, Panama City and Pensacola. The outlet mall is conveniently located off US Highway 98, one mile west of Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. This beautiful outdoor mall features covered sidewalks, lush landscaping and a children`s play area. There are also a variety of enticing dining options from sit down venues including Carrabba`s Italian Grill to fast casual and grab-and-go options such as Panera Bread and Auntie Anne`s Pretzels. |
| Seaside offers a thriving town center with shopping and dining, all within walkable distance to homes, cottages, and offices. Consisting of more than 300 homes, the community also offers an abundant assortment of restaurants, shops, and galleries.
Seaside’s many accolades include being featured on the Cooking Channel’s Emeril’s Florida, being named the “Best Beach on Earth” for families by Travel + Leisure magazine, and being included in USA Today’s “Top 10 Best Beach Towns in Florida.” Seaside also served as the primary filming location for the classic movie “The Truman Show” starring Jim Carrey. |
| Fun for all ages, The Track Family Fun Park provides rides, thrills and laughter! It`s your one stop, action packed fun for everyone. Enjoy go karts, family rides, thrill zones, arcade games and more! |
| Located along the shores of the Choctawhatchee Bay in Northwest Florida, The Village of Baytowne Wharf features an array of boutiques, eateries, galleries and nightlife -- not to mention a jam-packed schedule of outdoor festivals and special events for the entire family. This spectacular setting, all within the gates of Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, is the perfect spot to spend a vibrant afternoon, evening, week, vacation, or you can be one of the lucky few who frequently experiences Baytowne Wharf through home ownership. |
